The concepts of gratefulness and humility exist in practically every facet of Japanese culture and language, from the use of formal speech when talking
to superiors and the subtle gradations of bowing to giving lavish compliments and always conducting oneself appropriately in the homes of others.
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An unforgettable memoir of the horrors suffered by a Japanese family trapped in Changchun, China, at the end of WW2
A documentary manga biography of the influential artist and the birth and evolution of manga and anime in Japan.
Of special interest to scholars and students of Zen classics, a glossary of specialized vocabulary to aid understanding and practice
A powerful and thought-provoking novel that raises important questions about World War II, war memory, and US imperialism and blowback.
Marc Peter Keane's personal journey through 100 Japanese gardens, looking at them with a designer’s eye.
